IDNR Says Fisheries Plan Works At Crab Orchard Meetings
At John A. Logan College a small crowd heard IDNR biologist Chris Bickers report progress managing Crab Orchard Little Grassy and Devils Kitchen lakes since 1998. Stocking continues and habitat projects expand while Grassy Bay remains closed to fishing to boost bass spawning. Lotus reintroduction efforts show slow gains as agencies monitor results.
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Carterville
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
John A. Logan College
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge
IDNR
Crab Orchard
Little Grassy
Devils Kitchen Lakes
Chris Bickers
Crab Orchard Lake
Grassy Bay
Bickers
March and April Bring Green Mud and Vivid Memories
A reflective piece extols the early spring months for their green, muddy charm and personal memories. It recalls March from Jeremiah Johnson dialogue, praising nature’s renewal, daffodils, birdsong, and outdoor fishing memories with daughter Jennifer and solo bass fishing by a rainy April.
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March
Jeremiah Johnson
Robert Redford
Redford
Bear Claw
Will Geer
Rocky Mountains
Johnson
Jennifer
Saline County
Lake of Egypt
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